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DF53 EER

2004 Mercedes-benz C

Blue Diesel 2148cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2021
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

137,887 mi
Last recorded137,887 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2020
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz C82,457 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 EER
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelC
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,148cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2020 137,887 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

suspension component rusty

Pass 1 May 2019 120,168 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced (5.3.3 (b) (i))

under the car cpverd with under seal

Pass 22 Nov 2016 115,625 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad unevenly worn wheel is not binding

Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 106,151 miles

Nearside Front tyre worn below 1.6mm on inner edge.

Offside Front tyre worn to 1.6mm on inner edge.

Rear Brake pipe has very slight corrosion

Pass 17 Nov 2014 97,703 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 86,643 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 78,173 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 12 Nov 2012 78,173 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Nov 2011 70,358 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2010 62,378 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 62,378 miles

Front Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Pass 17 Nov 2009 54,286 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 44,883 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 36,514 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2006 26,863 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz C?

Based on 8,031,355 MOT tests across 683,668 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
6,412
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
683,668
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 240,078
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 76,831
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 67,503
Brake pipe excessively corroded 66,298
coil spring broken 61,560
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DF53 EER is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C in Blue with a 2,148cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz C models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.2% with a typical mileage of 82,457 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz C fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 240,078 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DF53 EER, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz C typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz C is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DF53 EER registered?

DF53 EER is a 2004 Mercedes-benz C, first registered on 16 January 2004.

Is DF53 EER safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF53 EER shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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